**Congo and Russia to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation**
*September 2, 2026 – Moscow*
Political consultations between the Republic of the Congo and the Russian Federation were held in Moscow on September 2. The meetings, led respectively by Congolese Ambassador Guy Nestor Itoua, Secretary‑General of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and Russian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Africa Gueorgui Borissenko, focused on deepening bilateral cooperation and reviewing agreements signed between the two countries.
Key points discussed included:
* **Implementation of the April 2026 agreements** signed by Congolese President Denis Sassou‑Nguesso and Russian President Vladimir Poutine.
* **Shared positions on a more just and polycentric world order**, and a commitment to strengthen coordination within the United Nations and other international bodies.
* **Mechanisms for conflict resolution in Africa**.
* **Preparation for the third Russia‑Africa Summit** scheduled for October in Moscow, which will provide another opportunity for the two nations to consolidate their political and diplomatic ties.
The consultations underscored the continued convergence of Congo and Russia on strategic priorities and reaffirmed their intention to enhance cooperation across multiple sectors.
Article source: journaldebrazza.com | Image credit: Agence Afrique
